As seen in this listing image, this Murray Hill one-bedroom has plenty of prewar appeal that probably once wooed J.P. Morgan. Photo-Illustration: Suppressed
; Picture: Corcoran For under a million dollars, one can discover all sorts of real estate setups: park- and subway-adjacent studios, one-bedrooms concealed in carriage homes or former shoe factories, and even the periodic real two-bedroom. We’re combing the market for especially spacious, perfectly refurbished, or otherwise worth-a-look apartment or condos at numerous six-digit rate points.
This week, a fever dream for history enthusiasts and fireplace lovers.
108 E. 37th St., Apt. 4A
As seen in this listing image, this Murray Hill one-bedroom feels rather spacious thanks to the open-concept kitchen area. Picture: Corcoran A one-bedroom in
the neo-Federal estate that J.P. Morgan purchased in 1918 for his newly married child and her husband(and, reportedly, “to preserve the residential character” of the neighborhood). The home was transformed into houses in 1951 however maintained a few of the initial magnificence that probably charmed the Morgan clan, too (high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, in particular). The large foyer easily works as a research study, and the open kitchen flows into a living-dining area with large-scale windows and hardwood floorings. It appears like the bed room can fit a minimum of a queen, although the square video footage isn’t consisted of in the listing. Upkeep charges are $2,011 a month and just get you basement storage and a laundry room. However there’s transit in every direction, and you’re a five-minute walk to Paradise Bagels’ sole Manhattan station.
279 Sterling Pl., Apt. 3C
As seen in this listing photo, this studio in a former classroom has cathedral ceilings and large-scale windows
to match. Image: Douglas Elliman Another historical conversion. This studio remains in the former P.S. 9 Annex, a landmarked Romanesque Revival building with intricate cornices and façade work. The apartment itself was converted from a previous class and features cathedral ceilings and enormous windows to match. There’s a loft set up for the sleeping area, although a large one– 21 feet long, per the listing– plus adequate room downstairs for both a full table and an appropriate living location. The kitchen area’s a galley however certainly workable, and the bathroom’s refurbished. Thinking about the only amenity is a common courtyard, the maintenance charges feel sort of steep–$1,162 a month– although the location is solid: 5 minutes or less from the Seventh Avenue and Grand Army Plaza stations, and simply off Vanderbilt Avenue’s dining establishment row.
55 W. 84th St., Apt. 4B
As seen in this listing image, this moody Upper West Side one-bed goes heavy on dark woods and exposed brick. Picture: Compass
A refurbished one-bedroom in a prewar condominium with a sunken living-room. The hardwood floors and exposed-brick walls are pure prewar charm (the decorative fireplace is a nice little touch, too). The bedroom can fit a king, and per the listing, it’s quiet. The cooking area’s been renovated with dark wood and tiles plus stainless-steel devices, while the marble bathroom feels ripped from the ’80s however features a large-scale shower. A couple of advantages caught our eye: totally free laundry in the structure and, per the listing, no condo-board approval needed (that being stated, it’s $1,606 for the monthlies). You’re down the block from Central Park and about a five-minute walk from the 86th Street B/C trains and the Museum of Nature, which feels quite grand.
364 W. 121st St., Apt. 4A
As seen in this listing image, this three-bedroom HDFC co-op in Harlem has perfect views of Morningside Park. Photo: Compass
HDFC alert, however it’s a three-bedroom co-op dealing with Morningside Park. The bedrooms are shotgun-style, although the main bed room has some nice built-ins and a closet for storage (as for the other 2, perhaps they’re a kid’s space and office). Farther down the 39-foot gallery is the bathroom, which is serviceable with no frills, and a contemporary kitchen area with monochromatic tilework, a lot of cabinet area, and an adorable little breakfast bar. The living and dining rooms’ large-scale windows with a direct park view are tough to beat, but we appreciate the built-ins there, too, together with the almost ceiling-high decorative fireplace. The maintenance is $633, and there’s storage offered to rent in the building. (Fine print: Maximum income for a household of 3 is $240,570.) In addition to the park right across the street, you’re less than a ten-minute walk from the 125th Street station and all the stores along the drag.
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